Introduction

A Reverence for the Past

A Commitment to the Present

A Vision for the Future

Saint Mary of the Assumption Parish, Milford, Massachusetts is the second oldest and largest Roman Catholic Community in Central Massachusetts. The first Saint Mary of the Assumption Church was dedicated in 1849.

In a world that has become more and more transient and disconnected, Saint Mary of the Assumption Parish has been an enduring source of stability, continuity and commitment to the Roman Catholic tradition for over one hundred and fifty years. For those raised in Milford it has been the custodian of our heritage with all its memories, stories and personal family events. For our many new families it has become a "home away from home", helping us keep in touch with what is most enduring in our own lives. Together we have enriched and strengthened one another.

A Tithing Community

If a parish is really alive with the Spirit of Jesus Christ, it must reflect God’s generous love in its community life. "See how they love one another" was the reputation the early church had among their neighbors. Our own Saint Mary’s parish is trying to be a living example of God’s love in the world. Although we often struggle to live that love, there are many exciting and profound ways that God’s love is already evident. Saint Mary is a tithing community that gives ten percent of every Sunday collection to the poor. We encourage and challenge you to become involved in the ministries, committees or groups that make Saint Mary's such a vibrant and caring community.

What we have to offfer
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The Saint Mary Family Founded in 1848, Saint Mary of the Assumption is the largest parish community in Central Massachusetts. The Parish is located on Route 495 and is situated one half hour from three of New England’s largest cities: Boston, Worcester, and Providence. 
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The People We are a culturally diverse community with Sunday services celebrated in English, Portuguese (Portuguese and Brazilian communities) and Spanish.
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The Place Our three thousand families worship in an exquisite Irish Gothic Church built from Milford pink granite in 1870. The church is of Early English Gothic style, measuring 165 feet in length and 72 feet in width. Among the notable parish resources are: the exquisite gothic church built from native Milford pink granite in 1870, the Saint Mary Cemetery begun in the 1830`s and the home of the only Irish Round Tower in the United States, the Saint Mary Parish House built in 1848 and the more contemporary Saint Mary Parish Center, which houses the many ministries and services offered through the Saint Mary of the Assumption Parish community.
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The Saint Mary Pastoral Team Fr. Daniel R. Mulcahy, Jr., Pastor
Fr. Manuel A Clavijo, Associate Pastor
Sr. Theresa Lucier, Pastoral Associate
Sandy Piwko, Coordinator of Education
Robert Daley, Coordinator of Faith Formation
Andrea Tavaska, Principal
Robert Blake, Coordinator of Music
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Historical Dates 1836 - First Mass celebrated in Milford
1849 - Original church dedicated.
1850 - First pastor appointed.
1866 - Cornerstone of present church.
1869 - First Mass in present church.
1870 - Present church dedicated.
1880 - Parish school established.
1890 - Church tower constructed.
1894 - Granite school constructed.
1904 - Upper church renovated.
1904 - 1915 Stained glass windows (nave).
1922 - Stained glass windows (sanctuary).
1923 - New high school constructed.
1924 - Golden anniversary of parish.
1943 - Lower church renovated.
1953 - Church damaged by fire.
1953 - Church renovated.
1973 - First Co-Pastors appointed.
1974 - Final school graduation.
1976 - School buildings sold.
1976 - Parish Center dedicated.
1980 - Church renovated and rededicated.
1982 - Dedication and blessing of new organ.